Recall 16V716000 — AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER Defect in 2017-2017 SUBARU LEGACY
RECALL This recall affects up to 54 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V716000 |
| Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 54 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.
Safety Consequence
If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTL-72.
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